What are the responsibilities and job description for the Licensed Practical Nurse - Corrections position at Snohomish County, WA?
Salary : $78,640.08 - $95,592.36 Annually
Location : Everett, WA
Job Type : Full-Time
Job Number : 2023-COR-1023-MAR
Department : Corrections
Division : Corrections Medical
Opening Date : 03 / 21 / 2023
Closing Date : Continuous
Description
BASIC FUNCTION
Provides basic direct practical nursing care to inmates in the County Jail.
Job Duties
1. Administers and dispenses prescribed medications; sets up medication trays according to written directions.
2. Assists with the preparation of treatment carts of daily treatments such as skin care, dressing changes, ointment applications, ear irrigations and the removal of slivers.
3. Summons help in a medical emergency; performs emergency treatment until the arrival of a registered nurse or a physician; refers cases of severe pain or disorder to supervisor or physician in accordance with established policies.
4. Takes recordings of vital signs including respiration, temperature and blood pressure; determines patient's medical and physical needs; performs emergency medical treatment as required.
5. Charts information on patient's health status records and medication logs and prepares required reports.
6. Maintains inventory records of medications, supplies and equipment.
STATEMENT OF OTHER JOB DUTIES
7. Assists with maintaining the cleanliness of the work area.
8. Performs related duties as required.
Minimum Qualifications
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
State of Washington or Compact (multi-state) Practical Nurse License. Successful completion of National Association of Practical Nursing Education and Service, Inc. (NAPNES) Medication Course is preferred. Must be a United States citizen, a lawful permanent resident, or a deferred action for childhood arrival (DACA) recipient as per RCW 41.14.100. Must pass job related tests.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
Candidates for employment must successfully pass a criminal history background investigation, a polygraph examination and a psychological evaluation and pre-employment drug screening. Candidates must be at least 21 years old at the time of application. No maximum age. As a condition of continued employment, must maintain Practical Nurse certification and license as required by applicable statutes.
Additional Information
KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES
Knowledge of :
- practical nurse principles, practices and concepts
- basic problem solving methods
- clinic medications
Ability to :
SUPERVISION
Employees independently perform recurring duties as assigned by a registered nurse or practitioner. New or unusual assignments are performed under specific instructions and technical direction by a registered nurse or practitioner.
WORKING CONDITIONS
The work is performed in a maximum security detention facility. Employees are required to work weekends, swing shift and holidays as assigned. Employees may be required to restrain, lift or move inmates for emergency medical purposes. There is constant exposure to hazardous chemicals, hazardous waste, bio-hazardous material; pharmaceuticals, infectious diseases and in-person contact with inmates. Physical and mental demands include ability to perform tasks involved in operating common office equipment; move and / or lift up to forty (40) pounds; sit and stand for long periods of time; manual dexterity to include bending, stooping, pushing, pulling and reaching; digital dexterity; talking; seeing; hearing; reasoning and analyzing complex information.
Snohomish County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer.
Accommodations for individuals with disabilities are provided upon request.
Snohomish County offers a comprehensive benefits package to employees that receive a regular appointment who work at least 20 hours a week.
Visit to learn more about the following benefits.
County Benefits
Voluntary Benefits
Healthcare Premiums
Note : Temporary employees, seasonal employees and paid interns may be eligible for medical insurance benefits. Review the County's to learn more.
Following are a series of supplemental questions designed to assess your job related experience and qualifications. Please note that as part of the screening process your responses will be reviewed in conjunction with your general online application. The employment history and education detailed in your general application must validate / support your responses to the supplemental questions. If your responses cannot be validated, you will not proceed to the next steps of the review / selection process.
A resume may be submitted, but it will not substitute for the general online application or supplemental questions; responses such as "see resume" or "see application" will not be considered.
Do you agree to answer each question truthfully and that your responses can be supported by your general application / work history and by your references?
Do you have a current Washington State Licensed Practical Nurse license or a Washington Multistate License?
Which of the following best describes your experience working as a Licensed Practical Nurse in a correctional facility?
Which of the following best describes your work experience as a Licensed Practical Nurse?
Have you successfully completed the National Association of Practical Nursing Education and Service, Inc (NAPNES) medication course?
Are you at least 21 years of age?
Has your nursing license ever been revoked, denied, suspended, rescinded, or relinquished in any jurisdiction?
Employees are required to work weekends, swing shift and holidays as assigned. Will you be able to meet this requirement?
Are you United States citizen, a lawful permanent resident, or a deferred action for childhood arrival (DACA) recipient?
Required Question
Salary : $78,640 - $95,592
